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GEOFF TATE Says He Will Start Performing Songs From Upcoming 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album 'Soon'
In a new interview with Ethan Dometrius, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about his recently launched "Operation: Mindcrime - The Final Chapter" tour. The U.S. leg of the trek, which kicked off on March 18 in Tucson, sees the 66-year-old vocalist performing the band's classic "Operation: Mindc...April 1, 2025
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One of the hardest-working bands in modern metal, BLEED FROM WITHIN, have earned every ounce of their ongoing success. Despite being royally shafted by unscrupulous bad actors during their early years, the Scottish quintet have stuck to the task of giving metalcore a much-needed injection of power a...April 1, 2025
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Ex-MOTÖRHEAD Guitarist PHIL CAMPBELL On OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert: 'It Is Gonna Be Amazing'
In a new interview with the "Everblack" podcast, former MOTÖRHEAD and current PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS guitarist Phil Campbell was asked about BLACK SABBATH's upcoming reunion concert, which will take place on July 5 in the band's original hometown of Birmingham, United Kingdom. Ozzy Osbou...April 1, 2025
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TRACII GUNS Rules Out Autobiography: 'I Would Really Have To Spill The Beans, And I'm Not Gonna Do It'
In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, L.A. GUNS guitarist Tracii Guns, who spent some of his early years as a member of GUNS N' ROSES, was asked if he would ever consider writing an autobiography. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No. And I was with Rich Bienstock last...April 1, 2025
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CREED Adds Five More Stops To 2025 'Summer Of '99' Tour
Due to fan demand which has resulted in over one million tickets sold to date, CREED has extended the "Summer Of '99" tour for 2025, with five additional dates to their previously announced 23-city run. The band has added stops in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan (August 23); Cincinnati, Ohio (August 24); Pro...April 1, 2025
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Despite 40 Years As One Of Rock's Best Singers, JEFF SCOTT SOTO Is Not A Household Name: 'I Have My Own Dedicated Legion Of Fans'
By David E. Gehlke Undoubtedly one of rock's accomplished singers, Jeff Scott Soto now finds himself juggling multiple bands at once, a common scenario for many vocalists in his age bracket. His CV is no doubt impressive, dotted with the likes of Yngwie J. Malmsteen, TALISMAN, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHEST...April 1, 2025
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METALLICA's KIRK HAMMETT On BLACK SABBATH: 'My Life Would Be Extremely Different If They Didn't Do What They Did'
In a new interview with Heavy Consequence, METALLICA guitarist Kirk Hammett spoke about the fact that his band will appear at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity show on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH's last-eve...March 31, 2025
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Watch: BIOHAZARD Films Music Video For New Song 'Forsaken' In Amsterdam
The reunited classic lineup of the metal/hardcore band BIOHAZARD filmed a music video for a brand new song, "Forsaken", during the band's March 29 concert at Melkweg in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. This past January, BIOHAZARD guitarist/vocalist...March 31, 2025
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GHOST's TOBIAS FORGE: BLACK SABBATH Was 'Hugely Influential For Me'
During an appearance on The Mistress Carrie Podcast, GHOST mastermind Tobias Forge once again spoke about the fact that he will appear at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity show on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBAT...March 31, 2025
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ANTHRAX To Resume Recording New Album Next Week: 'It's In The Oven And Cooking', Says CHARLIE BENANTE
ANTHRAX will enter the studio next week to resume recording the band's long-awaited new album. ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante offered an update on the making of the follow-up to 2016's "For All Kings" in a social media post about the group's concert in Lima, Peru, which took place Saturday night (M...March 30, 2025
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TOM MORELLO: 'Some Huge Superstars' Will Be 'Surprises' At OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert
In a new interview with Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello spoke about his participation at what he has called "the greatest heavy metal show ever", the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity event on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United...March 30, 2025
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Would TRACII GUNS Rejoin GUNS N' ROSES For A Tour? He Responds
In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, L.A. GUNS guitarist Tracii Guns, who spent some of his early years as a member of GUNS N' ROSES, was asked if he would do a tour playing guitar for the Axl Rose-fronted outfit if he was asked. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I thi...March 30, 2025
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ZAKK WYLDE Doesn't Know Which Songs He Will Perform At OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert
Zakk Wylde says that he doesn't know which songs will be performing at Ozzy Osbourne's farewell concert in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Taking place on July 5 at Villa Park, the all-star event — billed as "Back To The Beginning" — sold out in less than 10 minutes last month. The concert will mark the...March 28, 2025
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BRUCE DICKINSON Says He Is Already 'Scoping Out The Studio' Where He Plans To Record His Next Solo Album
During a March 27 Instagram Live session with Z2 Comics, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson spoke about the upcoming release of "The Mandrake Project: Year One" book, which collects the first four issues in the comic series that accompanied the arrival of his latest solo album, 2024's "The Mandrake...March 28, 2025
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AC/DC: 'High Voltage' Dive Bar To Open In Minneapolis For U.S. Tour Kick-Off
Kick off the "Power Up" tour in the U.S. with a one-off U.S. AC/DC High Voltage Dive Bar at Machine Shop in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Join fellow fans, check out iconic props and pick up exclusive merchandise — including special vinyl releases. Opening hours: Wednesday, April 9: 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. CST T...March 28, 2025